A-WEDDING LOCATIONS- SAC Area

Vicki and Wayne purchased their Folsom home with the goal of fixing it up especially to host their intimate-affair, September wedding and I was honored to capture their celebrations recently. Their ceremony and reception took place poolside shortly before sunset and with lights strung overhead. Vicki forgot her bouquet at the end of the aisle and, as one is able to do in a home environment, Wayne so sweetly ran into the house to bring it to her. I loved the his-and-hers ribbons strung from their gazebo, holding their rings in lieu of ring bearers, and the fact that Wayne…

Nate and Shelly are good friends of mine. In fact, if you’ve been following my blog, you’ll remember Nate’s name from my previous post about Kirby and Sam, as he was the primary photographer for their wedding. Nate really wanted me to photograph his wedding this September (and even consulted me on a date that he knew I would be available) and, believe me, I really wanted to photograph him and Shelley too. But like Kirby and Sam’s wedding, here was another party where many good friends would be present and where I really did want to kick-back a little,…

It’s so important to make sure that the wedding day is not all about photography (even though I am quite sure I would have fun with that). I try to encourage my couples to allow me the trust to capture the day as it unfolds—the particular rhythms, ebbs and flows that mark that day, and create a natural and authentic album of memories.

Wow. What a spectacular venue for Madelyn and Justin! Loved this easy-going couple and the breathtaking hilltop backdrop of David Girard Vineyards in Placerville. One of the many wonderful things about this wedding was the relaxed timeline they had created for themselves and our photography. Building in plenty of time to get from one ‘event’ to the next and have cushion to appreciate the special moments can be the difference between a stressed-out wedding party and one that is relaxed and having a fantastic time. This was definitely a wedding of the latter. And having time helps us photographers too.…

What do a roasting pig, a praying mantice, a large river rock, a bluegrass band, and a cool river all have in common? They all came together to make a memorable day for Mele and Ryan as they married at Mele’s family cabin, just off of Highway 50 in Strawberry, California. This was an intimate and relaxed wedding that beautifully expressed the personalities of both Mele and Ryan, beginning with an informal photo session with the soon-to-be-married couple admidst the majestic pines near the cabin. Then the ceremony was held atop the highest rock above the river, where their guests watched…

Katrina and Joe were married recently at the beautiful Apple Mountain Golf Resort  in Camino, CA and on one of the hottest days of the year so far; when the temperatures hit 106 in the foothills, you know you’re in the middle of a heat-wave! We began our day getting ready at the Cary Hotel on Main Street in Placerville, where it was fun (and cool… literally) to incorporate some indoor shots of downtown and the historic hotel. I just love the dramatic light in the portraits of both Katrina and Joe sitting on the sofa there. Then we moved…

Darolyn and Martin exchanged their vows at Wine and Roses in Lodi. Bringing together family from all over the world, including Germany and Utah, they sealed the deal with emotion, humor and a fun and surprising first dance! Congratulations Darolyn and Martin. Assistant:  Jerri Nokes Venue:  Wine and Roses Coordinator:  Julie Clemings at Wine and Roses Videographer:  Scott Rodier at XSight Photography D.J.:  Elite DJ Entertainment Florist:  Big Bang Events Cake Artist:  Sara at Wine and Roses Makeup Artist: Rachel O’ Gara

After Aundrea and Scott met, he wanted to see her again so he planned an evening out with their mutual friends. For some reason all of their friends had to cancel.  It is still a mystery to this day as to why they all cancelled that night. Gotta have friends… Aundrea wanted a relaxing wedding day at Wine and Roses in Lodi and it was a success, from getting ready in their awesome room with lots of friends to the guys spending the morning in the pool. It was a beautiful day with a light breeze, moving the ribbons in…